Nikon L24 vs Nikon S9300

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon L24 versus Nikon S9300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Nikon. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L24 was introduced 17 months prior to the S9300 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the L24 grades versus the S9300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon S9300 has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L24 versus Nikon S9300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the L24 against the S9300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and S9300 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and S9300.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S9300 to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older L24 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.